Estimating in Building Construction 9th Edition
Estimating in Building Construction 9th Edition is a comprehensive introduction to construction cost estimating for students and professionals who need to understand how building estimates are developed from project information. Written by Steven J. Peterson and Frank R. Dagostino, the book combines estimating principles with step-by-step applications for residential and commercial construction.
Readers are introduced to the complete estimating process, including contracts, bonds and insurance, project manuals, labor, equipment, overhead, contingencies, excavation, concrete, masonry, metals, wood, finishes, electrical work, plumbing, HVAC, and profit. It also examines the use of computers in estimating and the role of specialty contractors.
A major strength of the book is its general-contractor perspective. Instead of presenting cost calculations as isolated exercises, it helps readers understand how individual estimates contribute to preparing a competitive construction bid. Practice-oriented material allows students to develop skills that can transfer from the classroom to real estimating work.
The 9th edition is particularly suitable for construction-management students, civil-engineering and architecture students, estimators, contractors, quantity-surveying learners, instructors, and professionals seeking to strengthen their estimating knowledge.
For learners who want a structured understanding of building quantities, costs, bid preparation, and estimating procedures, this book offers a valuable foundation that can support both academic study and professional development.
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Key Features
- Comprehensive Construction Estimating Coverage – Explores the major components involved in estimating residential and commercial building projects.
- Practical Bid-Preparation Focus – Approaches estimating from the perspective of the general contractor.
- Wide Range of Building Trades – Covers concrete, masonry, metals, wood, finishes, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and more.
- Specialty Contractor Coverage – Includes material addressing specialty contractors and subcontractor estimating considerations.
- Suitable for Students and Professionals – Valuable for construction-management, engineering, architecture, and estimating learners.
- Practice-Oriented Structure – Combines estimating principles with procedures and problems that help reinforce practical skills.
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